Celeste Barney and Amanda Vail,two experienced perioperative nurses,are orienting two new surgical technology students to the orthopedic service for their 6-week clinical rotation.Today they are focusing on how to properly wear,care,and handle lead aprons and protective radiologic apparel.Of the list of orientation content topics,which are considered risk reduction strategies for protection from inadvertent radiation exposure?

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Wear the lightest apron available that meets shielding requirements;do not borrow an apron that is not sized appropriately for height and shape;obtain a two-piece apron that shifts some weight off the shoulders to the hips;or use a belted apron or one with an internal frame to take weight off the shoulders.Use overhead or mobile x-ray barriers whenever possible to reduce exposure and need for apron use.Place shielding around the patient to reduce scatter radiation and the need to wear an apron.Obtain assistive transfer devices and encourage staff to use them.

Celeste Barney and Amanda Vail,two Experienced Perioperative Nurses,are Orienting Two